Elaine Kelemen recently joined Dr. Darla Shaw for a conversation about her time in Ridgefield for our new series called Growing up in Ridgefield. The Ridgefield Historical Society’s Oral History Project collects, preserves, and celebrates the stories of all Ridgefielders. If you or someone you know has a story to share, please contact us: [email protected]
Growing up in Ridgefield with Elaine Kelemen
Dr. Darla Shaw sat down with Elaine Kelemen to talk about her fascinating life in Ridgefield.
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